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1. WHAM!’s Andrew Ridgeley on the legacy of George Michael’s “timeless” music: “It speaks to core human emotions”

   Kae Tempest on creating “a profound moment of connection” with fans and deep admiration for Jacob Alon

   CMAT had no intention of enlisting “angel” Jamie Oliver for music video: “My label said, ‘We have him’ and I was like ‘Fuck’”

   Wife of Beartooth frontman Caleb Shomo shares emotional public statement after he came out as “a proudly gay man”

   Linda Perry on why she had to tell Billy Corgan to leave the studio while working with Courtney Love

   The NME Magazine May/June 2026 issue is out this week – here’s how to get your copy

   Lewis Capaldi on feeling “fucking dejected, disappointed, sad and just worthless” after burnout, and never wanting to “phone it in” ever again

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2. Paul McCartney recalls “pinch yourself” moment he met Elvis Presley with The Beatles

   Nothing But Thieves announce new album ‘Stray Dogs’ with biggest ever headline tour of UK, Europe and North America

   Babymetal reveal Resident Evil 30th anniversary merch collab